Month: December 2020

Midnight Report from Pilots Hill

Posted on by Pat D

Our friend Bex (Cape Ann Handywoman) sends this report. Spooky! Be smart out there today.

I awoke tonight feeling there was a full moon. Nope just light of the harbor reflecting the water in the air of upcoming stormTaken by my iPhone11pro. No flash. Feel free to share Bex 

Snowy Owl Encounters in Essex County

Posted on by Pat D

We hit the jackpot this week in our travels looking for wildlife. We found 2 snowy owls in separate locations here in Essex County on a bright sunny (though cold and windy) day just before the predicted snow storm. You will notice one of them was in the distance, but we had him all to ourselves, a minor miracle with so many seeking a chance to view them. The other had a fair amount of company and attention but seemed fairly tolerant.

Nor’easter winter storm: snow and rain blowing, sideways, ski goggles worthy #GloucesterMA

Posted on by Catherine

LIVE – few winter storm scenes (photos and video clips) 12/17/2020 7am Gloucester, Mass

Winter white out storm: snow, rain and wind– gusting big & horizontal which means snow accumulation tallies will drift here. Plows have been out for various first passes.

Storm Freezing up camera

not molasses crinkles, yet:

What’s in a name? This Dec. 17, 2020 winter storm is called Bailey (which is nice timing wise with George Bailey It’s A Wonderful Life), and winter storm Gail.

Stay safe. We’ll see what happens after 1pm.

We Melt Your Problems Away

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

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Tune In Tomorrow, Thursday 7:30PM For Skiff Life: The Podcast Episode 1 Featuring Chris McCarthy, TJ Ciarametaro, Drew Hale, Barry Hallett, Chris Plante, Joe Borland and Joey C

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

#LFG!

The Last Lightkeepers Documentary || Thacher Island

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Hello! You may find interest in this. I recently launched a feature documentary on lighthouse preservation in New England and the film features Thacher Island. 
You can learn more about the film and view the trailer watch the full documentary now on Amazon.
Best –

rob apse

founder and chief storyteller || wandergroove LLC

GLOUCESTER EMERGENCY ALERT

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

A parking ban has been declared tonight, Wednesday, December 16 beginning at 6 PM through 6 PM on Thursday, December 17.  

To repeat, tonight, Wednesday, December 16, 2020 the City of Gloucester has declared a parking ban on all city streets starting at 6 PM due to an upcoming winter storm expected to bring heavy snow, gusty winds and minor coastal flooding late Wednesday into Thursday afternoon.

Parking is available at all municipal and school parking lots but it is at your own risk. Due to the possibility of minor coastal flooding parking will not be available in the lower lot at Gloucester High School.  All vehicles will need to be removed from off street parking areas by 6 PM Thursday, December 17, 2020.   

All residents and businesses are reminded that they are responsible for clearing snow from sidewalks adjacent to their property. Please make every effort to shovel out hydrants at, or, near your homes, and please check on your elderly and disabled. Your cooperation during this parking ban is necessary for efficient and safe snow removal efforts.

Updates will be shared on the City of Gloucester website and social media pages, so please visit: www.gloucester-ma.gov.

Thank you.  

Sharing News from City Hall Regarding Impending Storm

Posted on by Pat D

Some updates from City Hall include the following to date: parking ban beginning tonight Wed Dec 16 at 6 PM. No school in Gloucester tomorrow Thursday Dec 17. Further details available here.

Christmas Lights in Danvers

Posted on by Nichole S.

The family who lives at 3 Arthur Street in Danvers is at it again. For the past several years they have been decorating like crazy to raise money for Children’s Hospital. If you haven’t taken a ride by yet you should. The lights are open for viewing until New Year’s. Monday -Saturday 4:30-10:00 and Sundays from 4:30-9:00. They have a donation box available to collect money for Children’s Hospital.

See their Facebook page for more information HERE: https://www.facebook.com/danvers.christmaslights

Now Open: Brazilian and Hispanic Convenience Store

Posted on by Pat D

We stopped by the recently opened Brazilian & Hispanic Convenience next to Walgreens on Rogers Street. We were greeted in a very friendly manner by Jonas and Alex who offered any assistance we might need. The store is bright, cheery and well stocked as advertised with Brazilian and Hispanic food items. I encourage you to stop by and check it out!